Conference Date: November 7th, 2026

Registration Closing Date: October 30th, 2026
Location: Penfield High School, 25 High School Dr, Penfield, NY 14526

Conference Overview

On November 7th, 2026, the Student Association for STEM Advocacy (SASA) is excited to present the New York Advocacy Conference (NYAC) presented by FIRST Robotics Team 1511. NYAC is a one-day event that empowers students to influence STEM education policies by teaching them about how to conduct an effective advocacy meeting, the structure of the New York State Legislature, and more! Participants will gain hands-on training and will be given all the tools necessary to push for the growth of STEM programs. NYAC will be held at Penfield High School in Penfield, New York, but you can also attend NYAC virtually! If you are interested or have any questions, please reach out to [email protected].

Agenda

2/3 Day of Training – 11/7/26

• 9:00 AM to 9:30 AM – Registration and Breakfast
• 9:30 AM to 9:45 AM – Introduction
• 9:45 AM to 10:30 AM – Advocacy 101
• 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM – The New York State Legislature
• 11:00 AM to 11:15 AM – Break and Networking
• 11:15 AM to 11:45 AM – Education in New York
• 11:45 AM to 12:30 PM – Effective Meetings
• 12:30 PM to 1:00 PM – Lunch and Networking
• 1:00 PM to 1:30 PM – STEAM Bills in New York
• 1:30 PM to 2:00 PM – Major Figures in the New York State Legislature
• 2:00 PM to 2:30 PM – Trivia
• 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM – Meeting Practice
• 3:30 PM to 3:45 PM – Conference Conclusion and Final Questions

Advocacy Day – TBD

• Occurs 1-2 weeks after conference adjournment in legislators’ district offices

Conference Registration Rates

• In-Person Registration
  • SASA Members: $25
  • Non-Members: $50
• Virtual Registration
  • SASA Members: $10
  • Non-Members: $35

What is included?
Name Badge, Breakfast, and Lunch (For in-person attendees)

Staff Members to Contact:
Arjit Agarwal ([email protected])
Coleston Gill ([email protected])